Whether you’re in the market for a new house, a car, appliances or furniture, it’s a tricky time to buy. Inflation is sitting at about 8.26 percent, which is still much higher than the 2 percent the Federal Reserve typically aims for. Inventory is still low across several industries. And there are some indicators that […]
Smart Money Moves to Make in a Down Housing Market
The 2019 housing market is probably best described as a standstill. There are less homes on the market, higher interest rates than in past years, and more people are staying right where they are. But just because there’s not much action in the housing market right now doesn’t mean you can’t capitalize on current opportunities. […]
Quick Updates to Sell Your House Faster
The spring housing market is popular with buyers and sellers alike, so if you’ve listed your home recently, hopefully you’re getting plenty of bites. But if you’re not, here are some last-minute updates that are worth the cost and can help you sell your house faster: 1.) Replace old carpeting Putting in new carpeting or […]
Preparing Your Finances to Buy a Home
Preparing to buy a home begins long before you start scanning the listing sites or reaching out to a realtor. The last thing you want is to buy a house you can’t afford, underestimate your monthly expenses or put too little down on your future home. So if homeownership is on your radar, here’s what […]
Your Financial Checklist Before Buying a Home
Buying a home is a big decision that you shouldn’t make lightly. Between all the costs and fees you’re responsible for, real estate transactions get expensive. And the upfront exchange of money is only the beginning. Houses aren’t cheap and there are a lot of pieces and parts you need to keep well maintained and […]